84%Big Blue Backpackers

The bathroom was always wet both in the floor and around the sink because of bad construction. And the windows did not close very well, making me freeze at night.

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by natoamaral – posted on Jun 2, 2009

1

Very welcoming staff, relaxed and chilled atmosphere!

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by sgallie – posted on Jun 2, 2009

2

This is a great place. I would come back again.

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by jessicaprint1477 – posted on May 22, 2009

1

The room was quite large but there was no a/c so it was boiling. The bathroom and communal areas were also a bit skanky.

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by clare-forknell – posted on May 4, 2009

9

really cool hostel good staff floor boars a little creaky!!!!!!!

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by michaelp-oshea8321 – posted on Apr 26, 2009

8

We were double booked on our fourth night so we came home to our gear in garbage bags in the lobby even though we had confirmed our departure as the following day that morning. They helped find new accomodation but still think this is a bit rude.

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by dinnieliz6056 – posted on Apr 1, 2009

1

I'd recommend it to anyone who asks and when I'm back in the neighbourhood, I'll definately stay again.

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by cadkenya2876 – posted on Mar 19, 2009

1

Was a nice stay there!

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by rakall – posted on Mar 3, 2009

5

Incredibly friendly staff. Loved the room and the extra large (and clean!) kitchen.

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by grimjennifer6466 – posted on Feb 28, 2009

6

Great big spacious old house with lots of room. Good security needing to be buzzed in. Only complaint was my room was above the pool and it could get a little noisy at night and there were a lot of mosquitos

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by armstrong5981 – posted on Feb 27, 2009

22

A wonderful and quiet place!

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by boileau-julie7829 – posted on Feb 26, 2009

2

Quite a nice hostel. great location. nice people. Guido is quite a cool guy. Go there and join it !

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by david3629 – posted on Feb 20, 2009

1

Great fun hostel in a brilliant location, only a short walk to the Waterfront.

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by maryannegee6228 – posted on Feb 6, 2009

22

This was a great hostel. The security was great by Africa standards. The location was not the best. The waterfront was a 15 minute walk away. The night life (which is fantastic in Cape town) is a short taxi ride away. They seemed well connected to the tourist routes in S. Africa and could book...

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by pugsly2002 – posted on Jan 29, 2009

9

I would recommend staying at Big Blue as it is good value for money, has good security due to gate, high walls and CCTV and is only short distance away from Long Street, is right next to the Waterfront and is on main bus and minibus routes to Camps Bay and Clifton Beaches. The owner, Guido,... more I would recommend staying at Big Blue as it is good value for money, has good security due to gate, high walls and CCTV and is only short distance away from Long Street, is right next to the Waterfront and is on main bus and minibus routes to Camps Bay and Clifton Beaches. The owner, Guido, initially comes across as quite aloof but once you spend some time with him he is a sound guy. The place is very social and has a well cheap bar (R10 for beer, R15 for spirit and mixer)close

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by alexschofield451218 – posted on Jan 25, 2009

1

Fantastic Hostel, fresh towels, clean rooms, great staff. Showed us around, gave us a map and circled where to go and where NOT to go. Great for travellers on their own to meet people at the bar. Close (10 Mins walk) to the V+A waterfront and can even walk to Long Street (20 mins)!

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by kheath17 – posted on Jan 14, 2009

7

Not enough bathrooms

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by reford2461 – posted on Jan 8, 2009

1

staff quite unfriendly and gruff. teeny tiny pool. location good tho.

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by aoileee1047 – posted on Jan 7, 2009

3

Location is superb!

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by ckpay3207 – posted on Dec 9, 2008

1

Great place, nice and very helpful staff, totally relaxed atmosphere and good location, right in between the city centre and the beaches. Showers are great!

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by manuelaveling2250 – posted on Dec 8, 2008

2

this hostyel had the friendliest staff i have seen in years of travelling!! i strongly recomend it!! located in the best part of cape town, easy to get to restaurants and grocery, minutes walking from the waterfront,

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by Celem – posted on Dec 8, 2008

1

Staff were often drunk around the Bar. First night we got there they were quite drunk, swearing and yelling abuse at each other. Made it very uncomfortable and not a good environment. Treated as a number more than a guest.

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by stevewinoz5049 – posted on Nov 28, 2008

1

I did't know who worked at the backpackers. You hear every kind of noise, from the bell to people who walk from the bedroom to the bathroom. The room was okay, but not that special. The location is excellent. It is only 15 minutes walk to the waterfront!

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by tessa4712 – posted on Nov 21, 2008

4

Good information service and helpful staff. Clean and nice room. A bit expensive for being a hostel though.

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by ingridgelderman1442 – posted on Nov 20, 2008

2

What a wonderful hostel! The atmosphere definitely inspired us to travel again! Thank you for all your extra help with my deliveries!

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by zena3243 – posted on Nov 16, 2008

1

Friendly and helpful personal. Nice building & atmosphere. Busy place.

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by liannevanwerkhoven6002 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

1

Clean, comfortable, homely. Will definitely go back.

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by charmaine3166 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

1

Look you can not go wrong with this award winning hostel. I am older and perhaps discerning enough to realise a gem.

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by anncowie6152 – posted on Sep 22, 2008

1

The Rooms are old, cold and a little bit wet!

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by renatoreboredo8330 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

6

The bathroom dirty, hair in the sink!

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by czapska – posted on May 7, 2008

2

There was hair all over the floor on the sheets and in the shower drain. We had a private room with a bathroom. Otherwise it was really nice and I'd go back.

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by shan6221745 – posted on Apr 27, 2008

1

one of the members of staff we dealt with was lovely the other guy was not very helpful and a bit arrogant

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by helena1432 – posted on Apr 2, 2008

1

Not in the best located part of Cape Town and not the fun element is pretty poor. Security of windows could be better though the entry system makes the place fairly secure. I have certainly stayed in better places before and find it hard to believe it's rated one of the best hostels in South... more Not in the best located part of Cape Town and not the fun element is pretty poor. Security of windows could be better though the entry system makes the place fairly secure. I have certainly stayed in better places before and find it hard to believe it's rated one of the best hostels in South Africa, I hate to consider what a poor hostel is like.close

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by mwhelton6940 – posted on Mar 26, 2008

2

We stayed one night and we had a minor case of bed bugs in a private room, but besides that a great hostel!!!

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by stevemogs3158 – posted on Mar 10, 2008

5

i've traveled around the world for a year and it seems this hostel is one of the best - the staff make the place...my profound compliments to guido, alexandra, selinah and the gang, thanks guys x

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by carolina9558 – posted on Mar 4, 2008

7

Well worth staying here. It's walking distance to the Waterfront and easy enough to get taxis where you need to go. The staff are helpful. The rooms are hotel standards, although no TV's in the room. You can also cook in the kitchen if you want which is great so as to save some money. Free... more Well worth staying here. It's walking distance to the Waterfront and easy enough to get taxis where you need to go. The staff are helpful. The rooms are hotel standards, although no TV's in the room. You can also cook in the kitchen if you want which is great so as to save some money. Free internet which was always accessible. Definetely recommend this!close

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by paulamcl9085 – posted on Feb 24, 2008

1

Great experience in this hostel, nice place to stay, looks more a big house than a hostel. Funny bar, nice little pool. The best: the very funny and lovely girl at reception. She's the happiest person I've ever seen! She remmember all guests' names giving a very... more Great experience in this hostel, nice place to stay, looks more a big house than a hostel. Funny bar, nice little pool. The best: the very funny and lovely girl at reception. She's the happiest person I've ever seen! She remmember all guests' names giving a very familiar feeling! Thanks for such a good stay. She's so happy that you won't forget her!close

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by kinkyjuan – posted on Feb 19, 2008

17

A GREAT LOCATION..NEVER A WAIT FOR SHOWERS. ROOMS ARE BIG.LOTS OF BARS AND RESTAURANTS JUST 5 MIN WALK.I WILL STAY FOR ANOTHER MONTH!!!!!

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by aledada – posted on Feb 2, 2008

11

This place was fantastic. Great character and friendly, fun atmosphere. In hindsight, might rather have stayed on lively Long Street, but this place is close to the waterfront and very convenient / fun.

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by jody7289901 – posted on Jan 30, 2008

3

Craig very helpful

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by beverlycollinge8335 – posted on Jan 22, 2008

2